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AT&T · 1 day ago

Network Engineer (NE III) (Government)

Columbia, Maryland

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $207K/yr

12+ years exp

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. The Principal Network Engineer will serve as the senior engineer and Tier 3 technical lead for complex network support, ensuring stability and security of critical IT infrastructure while mentoring the network support team.

CollaborationCommunications InfrastructureMobileService IndustryTelecommunicationsWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assess, evaluate, and enhance existing networking infrastructure. Architect, document, test, and implement robust network services and devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and core network services such as DNS and DHCP

Develop, maintain, and elevate standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, reliability, and operational excellence across all network operations

Lead proactive capacity planning and modeling to support strategic business decisions and ensure scalability and future-readiness of the network environment

Conduct research and recommend innovative, cost-effective network solutions and emerging technologies that support the organization’s long-term technology roadmap

Design and execute robust contingency plans for network software and hardware failures, including strategies for isolated and major outages to ensure minimal disruption

Provide expert consulting, technical guidance, and leadership to technical review boards, configuration control boards, developers, engineers, and senior managers

Drive network upgrade projects and initiatives through the complete lifecycle—design, test, deployment, and optimization—ensuring seamless integration and performance

Ensure all network activities adhere to compliance standards and are meticulously documented in alignment with government and organizational policies

Qualification

CCIE certificationIAT Level II certificationNetwork architectureNetwork troubleshootingNetwork equipment proficiencyTechnical leadershipCommunication skillsMentorshipDocumentation skills

Required

Twelve (12) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity are required

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university is required

Four (4) additional years of network engineering experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree

An IAT Level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SSCP) is required

CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) or equivalent certification or higher is REQUIRED

Both certifications must be current and maintained as a condition of employment

Deep familiarity with all major network equipment: routers, switches, firewalls, and network services (DNS, DHCP, etc.)

Demonstrated success leading large-scale, complex network architecture projects

Proven ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship across multidisciplinary teams

Superior communication, consulting, and documentation skills

Experience interfacing with senior stakeholders, technical boards, and executive leadership

Ability to work in high-tempo, mission-critical environments and respond to after-hours incidents as required

Must be able to occasionally lift up-to 50 pounds and perform work in tight spaces as necessary

Preferred

Experience with installation and configuration of network devices (firewalls, switches, routers, cabling) from vendors such as Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper is a plus